In Henderson County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Henderson County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.99% of Henderson County’s 6,387 residents. 5G reception covers up to 81.50% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Henderson County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Henderson County, IL Top Cell Providers
Starter Phones Designed for Child Safety
Coverage:
T-Mobile Network
Data Speeds:
Same as T-Mobile below
Plans start at $29/mo.
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Built-in Parental Controls | Approved Contacts Only | Parent-Controlled Internet Access
Plans include 5G where available.
Coverage:
T-Mobile Network
Data Speeds:
Same as T-Mobile below
Plans start at $15/mo.
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Mint Mobile provides very affordable plans using the same network as T-Mobile throughout the United States. Learn more about Mint vs. other carriers.
T-Mobile 5G available in Henderson County
Coverage:
96.00% of Henderson County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 78.47% 4G: 73.81% 3G or 2G: 86.65%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Henderson County
T-Mobile covers 96.00% of homes in the county with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 5G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Henderson County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
78.47% |
69.53% |
4G |
73.81% |
67.79% |
2G or 3G |
86.65% |
92.51% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 78.47% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Henderson County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Henderson County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 78.47% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 94.57% of Henderson County homes. 86.91% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.89% of Henderson County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 88.76% 3G or 2G: 92.85%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Henderson County
Verizon Wireless covers 99.89% of homes in the county with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 4G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Henderson County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
88.76% |
87.90% |
2G or 3G |
92.85% |
94.64% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 88.76% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Henderson County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Henderson County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.88% of Henderson County homes. 76.55% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.78% of Henderson County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 97.85% 3G or 2G: 99.52%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Henderson County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.78% of homes in the county with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 4G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Henderson County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
97.85% |
97.12% |
2G or 3G |
99.52% |
98.60% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 97.85% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Henderson County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Henderson County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.57% of Henderson County homes. 99.52% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Henderson County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Henderson County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Henderson County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Henderson County, IL. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Henderson County ranks #2879 out of 3561 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Illinois.

Best Henderson County Cell Provider Key
The northwestern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Henderson County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Henderson County, IL: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Henderson County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 78.47% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.89% of Henderson County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Henderson County, IL
If the price of a Henderson County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Henderson County including pre-paid, no-contract plans that start as low as $15 per line. Many of these providers such as Mint, Boost, and Cricket partner with the three major carriers to provide excellent coverage nationwide. With these discount options, the price of your Henderson County wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.
Plans include 5G where available.
Coverage:
T-Mobile Network
Data Speeds:
Same as T-Mobile above
Plans start at $15/mo.
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Mint Mobile provides very affordable plans using the same network as T-Mobile throughout the United States.
These providers all offer excellent coverage at a lower price compared to more well-known brands. Mint is generally regarded as the most affordable provider for unlimited data, with a high "throttle cap" of 35GB. Depending on where you live, you may prefer the AT&T network coverage offered by Cricket. Boost is a good option for international travelers.
Local Mobile Providers in Henderson County, IL
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Henderson County, and then partner with larger national companies to provide national service for traveling customers. We display network partners to the best of our ability but cannot guarantee coverage or charges outside of Henderson County and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Henderson County
Coverage:
99.71% of Henderson County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 50.24% 4G: 93.51% 3G or 2G: 99.65%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Henderson County
US Cellular covers 99.71% of homes in the county with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 5G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Henderson County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
50.24% |
40.48% |
4G |
93.51% |
89.59% |
2G or 3G |
99.65% |
99.12% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 50.24% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Henderson County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Henderson County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 50.24% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.29% of Henderson County homes. 99.65% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Henderson County, IL Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Henderson County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Henderson County may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the county. To see coverage for an individual provider, click the provider's availability maps above.
There are several types of mobile coverage to consider when evaluating a carrier’s geographic reliability. 5G is the fastest mobile data connection in Henderson County covering 81.50% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.98% of the county. Overall, 99.99% of homes (6,387 people) and 100.0% of the land (378.7 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Henderson County

Henderson County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Henderson County cover 81.50% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 74.48% or 282.1 square miles of Henderson County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Henderson County comes from T-Mobile with 78.47% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Henderson County

Henderson County 4G Coverage Key
4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In Henderson County, 99.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.98% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Henderson County with 99.88% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Henderson County for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the county, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to Henderson County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 99.89% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Henderson County land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 99.79% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 78.47% in Henderson County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 99.88% of Henderson County.
- The top estimated average speed in Henderson County, estimated at 55.71, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Henderson County
If you live near Henderson County but aren’t technically in the county, or you like to explore the region a lot, your coverage availability and speeds may vary.
Enter your zip code here to find more precise mobile numbers on your exact location. Here are our mobile and cell phone guides for several popular locations in and around Henderson County:
Counties close to Henderson County
- Des Moines County, IA: worse coverage
- Warren County, IL: worse coverage
- Henry County, IA: better coverage
- Knox County, IL: worse coverage
- Van Buren County, IA: better coverage
- Peoria County, IL: better coverage
- Davis County, IA: better coverage
- Woodford County, IL: better coverage
- Appanoose County, IA: better coverage
- Wayne County, IA: worse coverage
Counties with similar populations to Henderson County
- Ochiltree County, TX: better coverage
- McCook County, SD: better coverage
- McCormick County, SC: worse coverage
- McCulloch County, TX: better coverage
- McHenry County, ND: better coverage
- McIntosh County, GA: better coverage
- McIntosh County, ND: worse coverage
- McKenzie County, ND: better coverage
- McLean County, KY: better coverage
- McLean County, ND: better coverage








